Quality Assurance Laboratory Specialist

Quality Assurance Laboratory Specialist

Location: Schaffhausen

Working mode: Hybrid, 3 days per week on-site and 2 WFH

Duration: 12 months

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Language requirements: English and German

Join our team in Schaffhausen as a QA Lab Specialist for a critical 12-month contract with the potential for extension, supporting our Cilag Schaffhausen Operations. This hybrid role is centred on providing essential quality assurance oversight for research and release laboratories, focusing heavily on hands-on responsibilities such as handling non-conformances, conducting CAPA and process risk assessments, managing document updates, and acting as the key quality representative in a high-stakes environment. To succeed, applicants must possess a Master’s Degree (or a Bachelor’s with extensive experience) in a relevant scientific or engineering field, must have practical experience in an analytical laboratory, and demonstrate essential analytical thinking and strong communication skills in English and German. Experience in QA or QC within a pharma/medical device or other regulated industry is highly desirable for this fast-paced and high-visibility position.

roles and responsibilities

• Act as a quality representative in all topics related to quality control.

• Assess and approval of non-conformances related to quality control.

• Assess and approval of changes related to quality control and development projects.

• Review and approval of project related documents (analytical transfer protocols, analytical transfer reports, CCIT protocols/reports, method validation documents, project plans, etc.).

• Drive and coordinate improvements in the laboratories on quality related topics.

• Quality Oversight activities in QC laboratories

how to succeed

• A Masters’ Degree in engineering, physical, biological, natural sciences or another related field is required or a Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant industry based experience.

• Strong understanding of analytics, if possible, in a Quality Control environment is desirable. 

• min. 2+ year of experience in quality in a pharma/medical device or other regulated industry is desirable. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team.

• Willingness to support the team also at late hours or at the weekend where required.

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run initially for 12 months.

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.